Student & Parent Queensland Surveying Traineeship Information Session
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH ITA | RTO 46181 & Skills Assure
Queensland Surveying Traineeship Pilot: Student & Parent Information Session
This presentation provides a comprehensive introduction to the proposed school-based surveying traineeship (CPP41721 Certificate IV in Surveying and Spatial Information Services).
Key Topics Covered:
Industry Demand & Career Longevity: Highlights the critical shortage of surveyors in Queensland and the long-term career opportunities available (e.g., Brisbane 2032 Olympics).
A Day in the Life: Explores the five main streams of surveying: Cadastral, Engineering, Mining, Hydrographic, and Geospatial.
The Traineeship Structure: Explains the school integration model, prerequisites (General English and Maths), and the $0 student tuition fee.
Wages & Support: Covers the Surveying Award 2020 wage entitlements (e.g., $17.19/hr for 15-17-year-olds), minimum working hours, and the support provided by Apprenticeship Support Australia.
Pathways & Progression: Outlines the guaranteed university pathways (such as direct entry to UniSQ degrees) and potential future earnings.
Next Steps (Roadmap): Details the immediate action items, from submitting an Expression of Interest (EOI) today to undertaking a November work placement, signing the schedule in December, and commencing the traineeship in Term 1, 2027.
